AGENDA May 2, 2017 REGULAR MEETING OF THE DEVELOPMENT PERMITS AND APPEALS BOARD COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 P.M. 1) CALL TO ORDER 2) ROLL CALL 3) APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4) APPROVAL OF MINUTES February 21, 2017 5) OLD BUSINESS - None 6) NEW BUSINESS A. DP 2016-015: A Resolution for a Development Permit (DP) to consider approval for the site plan, landscape plan and architectural elevations for a 6,385 squarefoot addition to an existing private school and a 576 square-foot detached shed. (Skylark Lord of Life Church located at 12021 Northaven Circle). 7) OTHER MATTERS A. Election of Officers B. Scheduled public meetings there are currently no items scheduled for the May 16, 2017 meeting. 8) ADJOURNMENT
ROLL CALL: MINUTES THORNTON DEVELOPMENT PERMITS AND APPEALS BOARD February 21, 2017 Allan Inge Donald Schieferecke (Chair) Bruce Thomas Paul Hepner Leon Reed Rick Zetterman Daniel Alonzo (Vice-Chair) Anna Sparks Jessica Ohrstrom Sandgren Absent Present Present Present Present Present Present Present Present Also attending were Grant Penland, and Jay Ruchti of the City Development Department; Margaret Braun, Senior Assistant City Attorney; and Desirae Lovato and Victoria Nagel, Recording Secretaries. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: MOTION WAS MADE BY MR. HEPNER AND SECONDED BY MR. THOMAS TO APPROVE THE AGENDA. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MOTION WAS MADE BY MR. HEPNER AND SECONDED BY MR. REED TO APPROVE THE FEBRUARY 7, 2017 MEETING MINUTES. MR. ZETTERMAN ABSTAINED AS HE WAS NOT AT THE MEETING. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY. NEW BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARINGS: At this time, individuals wishing to provide testimony during the public hearings were sworn in by the Recording Secretary. DP 2015-017: A Resolution for a Development Permit (DP) to consider approval for the site plan, landscape plan and architectural elevations to develop two four-story hotels on an approximate 5.01 acre parcel. (Washington Square Homewood located east of Grant Street at Grant Circle). The floor was opened at 6:03 p.m.
Minutes of the Development Permits and Appeals Board Meeting February 21, 2017 Page 2 Mr. Penland introduced Jay Ruchti as the case presenter for DP 2015-017. Mr. Ruchti presented a staff report, slides and entered into the record City s Exhibit A, the Affidavit of Posting and the legal notice for the case from the Thornton/Northglenn Sentinel which is City s Exhibit B. Mr. Thomas asked for clarification about the effect of the new FAR standards in regards to the setback requirements. Mr. Ruchti responded that they did not alter the setbacks and that they still comply with the business district requirements of the code. He included that the landscape will help diminish the mass of the building. Ms. Sparks asked for clarification regarding the wording landscaping trees have been upsized in the plans. Mr. Ruchti responded by explaining the difference in height and why they chose the sizing for the deciduous and evergreen trees. Ms. Sparks asked if the trees are more mature than what the code specifies as a minimum. Mr. Ruchti responded in the affirmative and added that there will be more quantity and quality materials as well. Scott Nadel, 8000 Warren Parkway Suite 206, Frisco, Texas was introduced as the applicant. He was sworn in at this time. Mr. Nadel presented slides and went into detail describing the room features, amenities, building materials, and the landscape plans. Mr. Thomas asked the applicant if he is the owner, developer and manager of the project. Mr. Nadel responded that he is the share holder of Galaxy, which manages and owns the hotel. Mr. Thomas asked for more clarification on his role. Mr. Nadel responded that he is a developer, and went into details of his role. Ms. Sparks asked for clarification on what synthetic stucco was in the plans. Mr. Nadel responded that synthetic stucco is a standard stucco that the brand uses, that holds up well to the elements. Ms. Sparks asked if the coloration is embedded in the materials. Mr. Nadel responded in the affirmative. Ms. Sparks asked about pedestrian connectivity, siting that there about ten curb ramps that are not drawn in the plans. Mr. Nadal responded that it is standard of the Hilton and Marriot brand to comply the City and State requirements required by the ADA. Dale Charles, 12132 Grant Circle, Thornton, Colorado was sworn at this time. Mr. Charles asked if there will only be stop signs or a traffic light as well, and if it complies with the traffic study. He also asked if there will be accommodation for pets facilities, so that his land is not effected by guests pets. Mr. Nadel went into detail of the pet facilities and location.
Minutes of the Development Permits and Appeals Board Meeting February 21, 2017 Page 3 Mr. Schieferecke asked the applicant to respond to the question regarding the stop signs and how they are indicated on the site plan. Mr. Nadal deferred the question to Mr. Ruchti. Mr. Ruchti stated that there was a traffic study completed, and the stop signs will be at the entrances and the exists of the site, with no traffic signal. Mr. Schieferecke asked if there will be a traffic signal on Grant Street. Mr. Ruchti stated that there would not be a traffic signal at that location. The floor closed to further testimony at 6:33 p.m. MOTION WAS MADE BY MS SPARKS AND SECONDED BY MR. HEPNER TO APPROVE. DISCUSSION: Ms. Sparks stated that she enjoyed the color boards, site layout, advanced landscaping, and the proposal that was given. Mr. Hepner agreed with Ms. Sparks, adding that it took a long time to get to this presentation and that he was pleased, and felt they did a good job. He stated that he would be voting in favor of the project. Mr. Thomas stated that he would be voting yes on this project based on the meeting of the criteria. He added that it is a good project to put in that area. Mr. Schieferecke stated that he thinks the project works well with the application of an increased FAR on this site, the site and design handles it well. MOTION PASSED UNAMIOUSLY OTHER MATTERS: Mr. Penland stated that there are currently no items scheduled for the March 8, 2017 meeting.
Minutes of the Development Permits and Appeals Board Meeting February 21, 2017 Page 4 THE MEETING WAS ADJOURNED AT 6:35 p.m. DEVELOPMENT PERMITS AND APPEALS BOARD OF THE CITY OF THORNTON, COLORADO Donald Schieferecke, Chairperson ATTEST: Recording Secretary S:\CDV\ComDev\DEVELOPMENT PERMITS AND APPEALS BOARD\DPAB Minutes\2017 Meeting Minutes\Mintues for 2-21- 17.doc
CITY OF THORNTON DEVELOPMENT PERMITS AND APPEALS BOARD PUBLIC HEARING OPENING REMARKS 1. Announce Name of Agenda Item for Public Hearing and Include Case Number. 2. Call the Public Hearing to Order: This public hearing is hereby called to order. I, Donald Schieferecke, am the Chairperson of the Development Permits and Appeals Board ("the Board") of the City of Thornton ("City"). I will be presiding over this hearing. 3. Opening Comments of Chairperson: This public hearing is being held pursuant to Section 18-50 of the Thornton City Code ( Code ) for the purpose of receiving testimony and evidence concerning a request for issuance of a Development Permit, as noted in the Applicant s application, dated July 8, 2016, by Calibre Engineering, Inc., on behalf of the owner Lord of Life Church and School. Appeals from decisions of the Board to City Council can be made pursuant to Section 18-34(f) or 18-50(b) of the Thornton City Code by filing a written request with the Director within ten days following the action of the Board. Requests for Development Permits are reviewed based upon the following factors: Compliance with architectural requirements of the Code for compatibility with the surrounding developments sites; Site plan review related to orientation of the structures, fencing, lighting, vehicle and pedestrian access, and parking locations on the development site; Landscaping type and orientation on the development site. The Board does not have the authority to review zoning classifications or uses of the property as authorized for development. The hearing procedure will be governed by applicable provisions of the Board s By-Laws and Robert's Rules of Order. Colorado Rules of Evidence will not be strictly adhered to but will be used as a guide for presentation of evidence. The Applicant has the burden of satisfying the Board that granting the application is appropriate by a preponderance of the evidence. The Applicant will have the opportunity to present testimonial evidence, documentary evidence and has the right to cross-examine any City employee or witnesses testifying in opposition to the application. Is the City prepared to proceed? Is the Applicant prepared to proceed? SWEARING IN OF ALL PERSONS PRESENT WHO WISH TO TESTIFY ON AN AGENDA ITEM 4. Call on Staff Have Current Planning Manager or designee present the case. 1
After staff presentation, ask Board members if they have questions (Chairperson can ask questions just like Board members). 5. Applicant Call on Applicant to make a presentation to the Board and have staff swear in Applicant and any witnesses. After Applicant s presentation, ask Board members if they have questions (Chairperson can ask questions just like Board members). Ask City Attorney if there are any questions of the Applicant. Ask Board members if there are any further questions based on the City Attorney s questioning of the Applicant. Ask Applicant if they have any witnesses to make a presentation to the Board. After a witness testifies, ask Board members if they have questions (Chairperson can ask questions just like Board members). Ask City Attorney if there are any questions of the Applicant s witnesses. Ask Board members if there are any further questions based on the City Attorney s questioning of Applicant s witness. Each of Applicant s witnesses are to be allowed to testify in the above manner unless the Applicant s witness represents a group of persons whose testimony is similar, in which case, a representative of these persons may testify for the group. 6. Other person(s) interested in the application, remember there may be more than one person interested. Ask staff to identify any interested person who wishes to testify, then call on each interested persons to make a presentation to the Board. Ask Board members if they have questions (Chairperson can ask questions just like Board members). Ask the City Attorney if there are any questions of the interested person. Ask Board members if there are any further questions based on Applicant s or the City Attorney s questioning of the opponents. Call on any other persons who are interested in the application and follow the same procedure for questions as listed above. Each opponent may testify in the above manner unless the interested person represents a group of persons whose testimony is similar, in which case, a representative of these persons may testify for the group. 2
7. Call on staff to check the sign in sheet to determine if any other persons have signed up to testify, follow same procedure. 8. Rebuttal Evidence Ask Applicant if there is any rebuttal evidence if so, same procedure as Applicant s first presentation. Ask Staff if there is any rebuttal evidence if so, same procedure as Staff s first presentation. 9. Staff Recommendation Staff recommendation as applicable should be requested by the Board. 10. After each case has evidence presented as outlined above, CLOSE the floor for further testimony. The case will then be ready for a motion, either to approve or deny and once a motion has been made and a second announced (chair needs to state who made the motion and seconded the motion) discussion on the motion should be encouraged. After discussion, call for a vote on the motion. Amendments to the motion can be made and voted on during discussion. 11. After the last public hearing, CLOSE the public hearing portion of the Agenda and move on to next Agenda item. s:\legal\cityatty\citydev gary\dpa board\opening remarks-dp.doc 3
City of Thornton City Development Department Staff Report to the Development Permits and Appeals Board Hearing Date: May 2, 2017 Title: Skylark Lord of Life Church Development Permit (DP), for a private school addition to an existing church located at 12021 Northaven Circle in the Single Family Attached (SFA) Zoning District File: DP 2016-015 Prepared by: Location: Applicant: Property Owner: Jay Ruchti, Senior Planner 12021 Northaven Circle Calibre Engineering, Inc. Lord of Life Church and School This report is based on the following documentations on file with the City Development Department: 1. Application (July 8, 2016) 2. Letter of Intent (July 8, 2016) 3. Site Plan (March 23, 2017) 4. Drainage letter (February 17, 2017) 5. Utility letter (October 12, 2016) 6. Architectural Elevations (March 23, 2017) 7. Landscape Plan (March 23, 2017) REQUEST SUMMARY: This application is a request for approval of a DP for the site plan, landscape plan and architectural elevations for a 6,385 square-foot addition to an existing private school and a 576 square-foot detached shed. The subject property is located north of East 120 th Avenue and west of Northaven Circle. The property is zoned Single-Family Attached (SFA) and a church; parsonage and private school currently occupy the site.. PROPERTY INFORMATION: Existing Zoning SFA Existing Land Use Church Size of Site 3.172 acres Comprehensive Plan Designation Institutional
DP 2016-015 Page 2 SURROUNDING ZONING AND LAND USE (S): West: NS vacant land East: SFD - single-family residential South: SFD - single-family residential North: SFA/SFD - the property immediately adjacent to the site is zoned SFA with SFD to the north of the detention pond area. The land to the northwest is the Elms Haven Nursing Home and is zoned SFA. PROPERTY HISTORY: The site was annexed into the City in 1970 and originally zoned for commercial development. The property was rezoned to residential in 1974, and then rezoned to SFA in 1993 as part of the Citywide zoning transition. City Council approved a Permitted Use Permit (recognized as an SUP in the Current Code) to allow for the church in March of 1986. An architectural review for the church building was approved in 1986 and for the parsonage in 1987. The Planning Commission approved a DP/SUP for a 4,433 square-foot addition to the church in August 2000. The Development Permit Appeals Board approved a DP/SUP to allow a private school for education of students through the eighth grade on May 17, 2011. GENERAL SITE LAYOUT: The proposed site plan meets or exceeds the site design standards specified in Chapter 18 of the Thornton City Code. The addition is proposed to be constructed on the northwest corner of the existing church building. The proposed shed is located adjacent to the northern boundary of the site to the east of the parsonage. Vehicle access to the church and proposed school is from Northaven Circle by way of two existing access drives on the southeast and northeast sides of the lot. The existing church has 74 on-site parking spaces and the required parking for the school is eleven parking spaces. The school and the church will share the existing parking since they have exclusive hours of operation. Potential impacts on adjacent properties: There are minimal anticipated impacts on adjacent properties. The exterior of the church will remain unchanged and the design of the addition will be in compliance with the architectural design of the church. Traffic impacts from the school addition will be minimal. Parking: Parking requirements for churches are based on the number of seats in the sanctuary and do not take the offices and other peripheral uses into account when calculating the required number of parking spaces. The existing church has 74 parking